International Sales Executive – Group of Luxury Hotels and Lodges – Cape Town

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an International Sales Executive for a group of luxury hotels, reserves and lodges. Successful candidate will be based in Cape Town. Salary on offer for this position is between R40 000 – R45 000 per month.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Complete all required reports (daily, weekly, monthly).

Attend all required meetings.

Provide a weekly sales update to the Sales Director.

Attend scheduled client visits to promote and sell the properties as per the Sales Plan.

Complete daily targeted sales calls.

Ensure smooth flow of information through-out the properties and department.

Follow up on outstanding queries and escalate where necessary.

Ensure client contracts have been concluded and sent to the relevant clients.

Updating the Database and CRM system.

Ensure that the administration and records in the department are being kept in accordance with group standards.

Plan and manage all Familiarisation (FAM) trips and site inspections.

Identify opportunities for the acquisition of new clients.

Attend all relevant and agreed upon trade shows.

Attend all relevant and agreed upon international sales trips.

Retains and manage the necessary records, detailing progress with clients and adheres to the “Chase System”.

Develops and fosters good relationships with the key clients of the properties, be it corporate, retail, government, production or travel trade.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a sales position within the hospitality industry; preferably in the UK trade.